Osceola County Housing Agency
Kissimmee, Florida
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About Osceola County Housing Agency
Osceola County Housing Agency (HUD agency code FL201) is the public housing agency serving Kissimmee, Osceola County, Florida. It administers 303 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 18 waiting lists at this agency, covering Emergency Rental, Other, HCV, LIHTC, Mainstream, PBV, Public Housing, RAD, Rehabilitation, Supportive, TBRA, HOME. As of May 4, 2026, 3 are open and 10 are closed. Status is unconfirmed for 5 further lists.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL MSA. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $52,700 per year, and as Low Income at or below $84,300 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 16 status changes at this agency, most recently on Sep 6, 2026.
Emergency Rental Assistance Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This program provides assistance to Osceola County residents who are in danger of becoming homeless due to inability to pay monthly rent.
Other Programs Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Sep 1, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This is for the Tenant-Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) Program. An online application link will be available during the application period.
SHIP (State Housing Initiatives Partnership)
Status
open
Additional Notes
This program provides funds for down payment assistance, minor repairs, mortgage foreclosure prevention, and rental security/utility deposits, offered as a grant or deferred payment loan. Contact the Osceola County Housing Agency for application details.
Other Programs
11 programsThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
Preferences for the HCV program may include Osceola County residency, non-elderly with disabilities, elderly, homeless, or working families/persons; applications are selected through a random lottery; income must be below 50% AMI.
This waitlist for the Osceola Bend property has preferences for Osceola County residency (six months), non-elderly with disabilities (18-62), elderly (62+), homeless, and working families/individuals (20+ hours/week).
Mainstream Vouchers provide rental assistance specifically for non-elderly persons with disabilities. The program helps individuals transition out of institutional settings or avoid institutionalization by subsidizing housing costs in the private market.
The program is currently not accepting applications for Purchase Assistance, Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation, Mortgage Foreclosure Prevention, and Rental Assistance Programs.
No active waitlist information currently available for a general Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program.
No waiting list status found for CDBG Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation or Emergency Rental Assistance Programs.
No current waiting list information found for this program, which provides assistance to eligible applicants behind on mortgage payments.
No waiting list status found for SHIP programs including down payment assistance, minor repairs, mortgage foreclosure prevention, and rental security/utility deposits.
Project-Based Vouchers are tied to specific housing units rather than following the tenant. Landlords or developers partner with the housing authority to reserve units for eligible low-income families. Unlike tenant-based HCV vouchers, PBV assistance stays with the unit if the tenant moves.
The public housing waitlist is currently closed. Past preferences included homeless status, Osceola County residency, working families with minor children or working persons, non-elderly with disabilities, and elderly individuals; applicants were selected by a random lottery.
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance, allowing housing authorities to leverage private funding for property rehabilitation while preserving long-term affordability for residents.
The CDBG Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation waiting list closed on May 7, 2026. This program offers rehabilitation assistance for eligible homeowners.
The program assists Osceola County residents at risk of homelessness due to unexpected financial hardship, covering rental and utility arrears, mortgage assistance, and security/utility deposits for those experiencing literal homelessness.
This program offers rental assistance for up to 24 months to low-income seniors who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless.
No current waiting list information found on the official Osceola County Housing website.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Osceola County Housing Agency portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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Contact Information
Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at Osceola County Housing Agency
Check Current Status
Osceola County Housing Agency currently has 3 open waiting lists (Emergency Rental Assistance, Other Programs). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Osceola County Housing Agency, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $52,700/year to qualify in this area. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Apply directly through the official Osceola County Housing Agency portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Osceola County Housing Agency, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Osceola County Housing Agency manages approximately 303 assisted housing units (303 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Kissimmee. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Osceola County Housing Agency
Emergency Rental Emergency Rental Assistance open
The Emergency Rental Assistance program at Osceola County Housing Agency provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Kissimmee. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Other Programs open
The Other Programs program at Osceola County Housing Agency provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Kissimmee. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements. The application window closes on September 6, 2026.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Osceola County Housing Agency provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for Kissimmee. This program serves approximately 303 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
LIHTC Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) closed
The Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program at Osceola County Housing Agency provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Kissimmee. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Osceola County Housing Agency are specifically designated for non-elderly individuals with disabilities. These vouchers work like standard HCVs but are reserved for this population and often have separate, shorter waitlists.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Osceola County Housing Agency are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Kissimmee. Unlike the standard Housing Choice Voucher, PBV assistance stays with the property — not with you. However, after one year of occupancy, you may request a standard portable voucher. PBV waitlists often move faster because fewer applicants know about them.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Osceola County Housing Agency are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Osceola County Housing Agency converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Kissimmee maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Rehabilitation Housing Rehabilitation closed
The Housing Rehabilitation program at Osceola County Housing Agency provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Kissimmee. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Supportive Supportive & Transitional Housing closed
The Supportive & Transitional Housing program at Osceola County Housing Agency provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Kissimmee. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
TBRA Tenant-Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) closed
The Tenant-Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) program at Osceola County Housing Agency provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Kissimmee. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HOME HOME Investment Partnerships closed
The HOME Investment Partnerships program at Osceola County Housing Agency provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Kissimmee. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
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What are the income limits for Osceola County Housing Agency?
Osceola County Housing Agency Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Osceola County Housing Agency are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $52,700. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $22,150 | $36,900 | $59,050 |
| 2 Persons | $25,300 | $42,150 | $67,450 |
| 3 Persons | $28,450 | $47,450 | $75,900 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $52,700 | $84,300 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $56,950 | $91,050 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $61,150 | $97,800 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $65,350 | $104,550 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $69,550 | $111,300 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Osceola County Housing Agency — including across state lines.